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The Highfield Hotel

3.0 star property
Guests can relax at the bar or enjoy a leisurely breakfast with attentive service that makes for a seamless stay at this convenient airport hotel

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The Highfield Hotel, minutes from the airport, offers travelers a practical retreat with bar and restaurant options. Rooms have WiFi for connectivity, newspapers for leisurely reading, and the staff consistently earns high praise from guests for their helpful service.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2012
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Room (Bridal)

Room (Bridal)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 48 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
101 Durham Road, East Rainton, Houghton le Spring, England, DH5 9QT

What's nearby

  • Rainton Meadows Visitor Centre - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Durham Castle - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Durham Cathedral - 9 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Durham University - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • St. James' Park - 21 min drive - 27.3 km

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 8 min drive
  • South Hylton Station - 15 min drive
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Houghton Rugby Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Italian Farmhouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Wild Boar (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Mill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Burn Inn - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Highfield Hotel

Hotel near Durham University
The Highfield Hotel provides amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free property, a lift and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Highfield Hotel offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 11 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Star of Siam

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 11.00 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

Highfield Hotel Houghton le Spring
Highfield Houghton le Spring
Highfield Hotel East Rainton,
Highfield East Rainton,
The Highfield Hotel Hotel
The Highfield Hotel Houghton le Spring
The Highfield Hotel Hotel Houghton le Spring

Frequently asked questions

Is The Highfield Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Highfield Hotel?

As of 21 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Highfield Hotel on 23 Dec 2025 start from NZ$121.19, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Highfield Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Highfield Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Highfield Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does The Highfield Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Highfield Hotel located?

Situated in Houghton le Spring, this hotel is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Adventure Valley and within 6 miles (10 km) of Karting North East and Herrington Country Park. Doxford International Business Park and St. Nicholas Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

The Highfield Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 241 out of 440 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 440 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 440 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 440 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 440 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service, nice room, good shower.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didnt have breakfast ,or meals but they looked very good ,room service very good ,staff friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good position for visiting area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Amenities
Nice room fresh breakfast in the morning many thanks 👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Amenities
Room immaculate , the Thai restaurant was amazing . Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and friendliness as always
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful checking in. Room was very clean. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff, nice family room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, good breakfast , clean and comfortable and well priced .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great room in a super location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zekeriya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
İnternet was fast enough to stream series, had a pleasant stay, quiet, well rested for our task the next morning
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Handy place to stay for cricket at Riverside

Great room, very comfortable. Lovely big bed. Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were extremely pleasant and always ready to assist with anything. It was a good size room and quiet despite being near a busy road.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean property Staff were excellent Overall quick and stress free stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Maria-Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Trip

Great little hotel.. comfortable with great views.. food reasonably priced and excellent quality
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Very pleasant room, with lovely view. Bathroom a little dated. Breakfast staff WONDERFUL, and lovely food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast, very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thai restaurant (Star of Siam) was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

IAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money. Good food options and nice bar. Parking facilities. Bus service in to Durham right outside the door.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, great food.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean ,comfortable bed, warm and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel,would have liked somewhere to hang wet towels after showering.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff absolutely lovely, clean hotel and room. Full length bath was a welcome surprise.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay and has good Thai restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet location, plenty of parking, nice breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024